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#Blackbird

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@Swede1952 @swede1952.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Bird on a Branch This is a close‑up of a female brown‑headed cowbird (Molothrus ater). ... 1/2 #photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #blackbirds #BrownHeadedCowbird

"The photograph captures a female brown-headed cowbird (Molothrus ater) perched on a branch. Here’s a more elaborate description:

The bird’s most striking feature is its thick grayish beak and amber brown eyes, which blend well with the lighter, greyish-brown plumage covering its body. Its head turns to the left, giving it an alert and curious appearance. The cowbird seems to be in a natural environment, surrounded by a blurred green background that suggests foliage.

For birdwatchers and enthusiasts, this image provides valuable information for species identification. The brown-headed cowbird is known for its parasitic nesting behavior, laying eggs in the nests of other bird species. Keep an eye out for these birds during your birdwatching adventures!" - Microsoft Copilot

@Swede1952 @swede1952.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Patchwork Plumage There was a flock of about twenty brown‑headed cowbirds (scientific name) beneath my bird feeders this morning. ... 1/3 #photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #blackbirds #brownheadedcowbirds

"Four brown‑headed cowbirds stand scattered across a patch of sunlit grass, each one absorbed in its own quiet search for food. The ground beneath them is a mix of green blades and pale, dry patches, giving the scene a textured, mottled look. The birds themselves vary in color and posture, creating a lively little tableau of movement and stillness.

One cowbird stands upright, its body angled slightly as if listening for something beneath the soil. Its feathers are a blend of dark charcoal and muted brown, catching the light in uneven patches that make its plumage look soft and worn. Another bird leans forward, head down, intent on foraging. Its coloring is more uniform — dusky gray‑brown, with a faint sheen on the wings.

A third bird stands a little apart from the others, its head lifted, watching the surroundings with a kind of alert curiosity. The fourth is half‑turned, mid‑step, giving the impression of motion frozen just long enough to be seen. Together, they form a loose, natural grouping — not quite a flock, but a small company of birds sharing the same patch of earth.

The overall feeling is one of quiet, everyday life: birds moving through grass, each with its own small purpose, the sunlight soft on their uneven, transitional feathers." - Microsoft Copilot

cidbarret85.bsky.social @cidbarret85.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The oh-woe-is-me farmers are completely out of pocket #BlackbirdCoop

@Swede1952 @swede1952.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Sunbeam on Wood The whole color palette brightens whenever the Baltimore orioles (Icterus galbula) are in town. ... 1/2 #photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #blackbirds #BaltimoreOriole

"A small songbird stands perched on a weathered wooden surface, glowing like a drop of sunlight. Its body is a brilliant, saturated yellow — the kind of color that feels warm even when described. The head and upper back shift into deeper tones, a burnished orange-brown that looks almost brushed on.

Its wings are sharply patterned: black feathers edged with crisp white bars, giving the bird a tailored, almost formal look against its otherwise bright plumage. The beak is slender and pointed, a cool bluish-gray that contrasts with the warmth of the bird’s body.

The background is softly blurred, a wash of gentle greens and browns, making the oriole appear even more vivid — as if it stepped forward from the forest just long enough to be admired. Every detail is sharp: the fine texture of its feathers, the gleam of light on its beak, the quiet confidence in its posture. The whole scene feels calm, intimate, and full of color." - Microsoft Copilot